Obituaries

Obituaries in Marshalltown, State Center and Surrounding Areas in Iowa

Martha Jean Crow

Martha Jean Crow

Apr 2, 2021

Martha Jean Crow, 92, of Marshalltown, returned to the arms of her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 2, 2021. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family under the care of Iowa River Hospice. Funeral services for Martha will take place on Saturday, April 10 at 10:30 A.M. at the Marshalltown Church of the Nazarene....

Dorothy Ann Stone

Dorothy Ann Stone

Apr 2, 2021

A kind and giving person who always thought of others before herself has gone to heaven. Dorothy Ann (Cook) Stone, 89, died April 2, 2021, at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, her adopted city of 64 years. A visitation for family and friends is Friday, April 9, 10 a.m. at Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. A funeral...

Richard "Rick" Hoagland

Richard "Rick" Hoagland

Apr 1, 2021

Richard “Rick” Hoagland, 74, formerly of Altoona, Iowa, passed away on April 1, 2021 at the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, Iowa under the care of Iowa River Hospice.  Services are currently pending and burial will take place at Hilltop Cemetery in Mendham, New Jersey at a later date. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care...

John Sparks

John Sparks

Mar 31, 2021

John W. Sparks, 85, of State Center, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 under the exceptional care of Iowa River Hospice. Per the wishes of John and his family, cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League in Marshalltown. Mitchell Family Funeral...

Vernon James Phillips

Vernon James Phillips

Mar 31, 2021

Vernon James Phillips, “Bud”, the son of Alice (Rodden) and Fred Phillips was born July 13, 1929  in State Center, Iowa.  He passed away at the Iowa Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, Iowa on March 31, 2021, at the age of 91.  Bud grew up in rural Melbourne where he learned about farming from his dad.  He attended the Melbourne...

Glenda Belle Day

Glenda Belle Day

Mar 30, 2021

Glenda Day, 88, of Marshalltown, Iowa, passed away on March 30, 2021 at the Willows of Marshalltown. The family extends thanks to the wonderful care provided by the Willows staff and St. Croix Hospice. Per the wishes of Glenda’s family, cremation rites have been accorded and a private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may...

Ralph "Bill" Hill

Ralph "Bill" Hill

Mar 29, 2021

Ralph “Bill” Hill, 90, of Albion, formerly of Marshalltown, passed away unexpectedly early on Monday morning, March 29, 2021 at UnityPoint Health – Marshalltown. Per the wishes of Bill and his family, cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Bill...

David Halverson

David Halverson

Mar 28, 2021

David Henry Halverson, 73 of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully at his home on March 28, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Per David’s wishes, a private family memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.  Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of David and his family. For additional questions or condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com...

Gary Walters

Gary Walters

Mar 28, 2021

Gary Walters, age 84, of rural Eldora, entered into Heaven’s glory, on the night of Sunday, March 28th, at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.          Funeral services in honor of Gary and of the Christian faith will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 3rd, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Eldora with Rev. Aaron...

Duane Lee Elsberry

Duane Lee Elsberry

Mar 27, 2021

Duane Lee Elsberry, 84, of Marshalltown, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the Iowa River Hospice House. A private service will be held at a later date. Duane was born to Vernon and Florence Elsberry in Marshalltown on April 27th, 1936. He grew up near Ferguson and was one of eight children. He attended and graduated from Ferguson...

James Vry

James Vry

Mar 25, 2021

James “Big Jim” Vry, 60, lifelong resident of Marshalltown, passed away on Thursday afternoon, March 25, 2021 at UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. Cremation rites have been accorded. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 1 from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M., followed by a memorial service at 2:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral...

Earl Staebler

Earl Staebler

Mar 22, 2021

Earl I. Staebler, 94, of Marshalltown, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Southridge Specialty Care in Marshalltown. Funeral services for Earl will take place on Monday, March 29 at 2:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home.  A visitation will be held on Monday, March 29 from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. Military honors will be provided at...

Sandra "Sandy" Crowley

Sandra "Sandy" Crowley

Mar 22, 2021

Sandra (Sandy) Sue Crowley, 79, of Marshalltown, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Cremation rites have been accorded and there are currently no formal services scheduled at this time. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Sandy...

Rebecca Frisell Collins

Rebecca Frisell Collins

Mar 22, 2021

Rebecca Sue Collins, 73, of Marshalltown, passed away Monday, March 22, 2021, at the Iowa River Hospice House. To honor her wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Friday evening, March 26th at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home. Another Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00...

Florence Ruff

Florence Ruff

Mar 22, 2021

Heaven rejoiced today as they gained another angel. Florence Ruff, 93, of rural Marshalltown, returned to the arms of her heavenly Father on the morning of Monday, March 22, 2021 after peacefully passing away at Southridge Specialty Care in Marshalltown. Funeral Services for Florence will take place on Thursday, March 25, at 11 a.m. at the Iowa River Church...

David Corwin

David Corwin

Mar 22, 2021

David W. Corwin, 76, of Melbourne, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021. Per the wishes of David and his family, private family services will be held and a burial will take place at Melbourne Memorial Garden. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of David and his...

James  Dennis Orr

James Dennis Orr

Mar 21, 2021

James Dennis Orr, 73, of Marshalltown, passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown. Graveside services for Jim will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Riverside Cemetery in Marshalltown. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is...

Mark Weaver

Mark Weaver

Mar 20, 2021

Mark Weaver, 68, passed away unexpectedly on March 20, 2021 at home. It was Mark’s express wish that no services be held and that his ashes be scattered over his beloved mountains of Colorado and Alaska. His death followed a long, courageous, hard-fought, five year battle with multiple, complicated health issues.   Donald “Mark” Weaver was born November 15, 1952...

Scott Adkins

Scott Adkins

Mar 16, 2021

Scott “Tuna” Adkins, 63, of Marshalltown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at home. Funeral services for Scott will take place Saturday, March 20 at 11:00 A.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home, followed by burial at Riverside Cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior beginning at 10:00 A.M. Memorials may be directed to the...

Gail Keen

Gail Keen

Mar 14, 2021

The fun and generous personality of Gail Louise Keen, age 67, of Marshalltown, left this life for her heavenly home on the morning of Sunday, March 14th, 2021 at the Acura Healthcare Center while in care of the Iowa River Hospice. Her family was at her side.           Funeral services for Gail will take place on Saturday, March 20th at...